Bohemia Interactive Simulation introduces new Software Development Kit with the release of VBS IG v2.3
New software development kit provides user-friendly tools and source code access for customization
Orlando, FL – Bohemia Interactive Simulation (BISim), a global developer of military training and simulation software, introduces a comprehensive development framework called the VBS IG SDK as part of the VBS IG 2.3 release.
VBS IG Studio
VBS IG 2.3 and VBS IG SDK are available for download by VBS IG customers at the BISim Online Support Portal, bisimulation.com/support/downloads.
VBS IG is BISim’s cost-effective and highly capable visualization solution that uses commercial video game technology to provide traditional IG capabilities for full- and semi-mission simulators. mission. VBS IG renders out-of-window and sensor scenes, depicting real-world terrain with a large number of moving entities across multiple channels.
VBS IG includes the following features:
- Day/twilight/night and all weather activities
- Stable frame rates supported by comprehensive scene management
- Synchronized multi-channel support
- Large area topography and coordinates WGS-84
- Mission functions include collision detection, terrain altitude, and laser range finding
- Sensors include electro-optical, infrared and night vision
- 3D spatial sound
- Supports a wide range of display profiles and distortion correction
- Support for spot lights, allowing customers to simulate night scenes with improved fidelity
“VBS IG SDK is a visualization solution designed with developers and integrators in mind,” said Cory Kumm, BISim Vice President of Corporate Development. “The tools and source code access provided with the VBS IG SDK allow developers to customize and extend virtually every aspect of VBS IG to create custom applications.”
“One of the new tools included in our SDK that will make life easier for developers and integrators is VBS IG Studio,” said Kumm.
“VBS IG Studio offers a user-friendly system that allows multi-channel configuration and deployment within minutes,” he said. “The user interface helps guide the setup process through a wizard-based system, allowing developers to easily save and reuse IG settings, define views, configure real-time views, manage replication, and launch on remote VBS IG agents.”
In addition to VBS IG Studio, the VBS IG SDK includes the following:
- VBS IG-specific C++ APIs and sample source code for customization
- Debugging and visualization tools for performance optimization and feedback
- VBS3 Server with IG . Connect
- Detailed documentation including instructions
“VBS IG SDK users will also have access to our industry-leading support team, dedicated to assisting customers with their integration projects,” added Kumm.
Customers who purchase the VBS IG SDK today will receive a 50% discount on royalties as a special offer to incentivize early registrants. This offer is valid until the end of 2016.
VBS IG is the industry-leading open game-based and game-based virtual module development framework that has been deployed across multiple application domains – land, sea and air. A version of the VBS IG is in use at more than 10 military installations, where the U.S. Army operates collective training programs providing armored, motorized infantry, cavalry, and reconnaissance troops, units and employees with virtual, collective coaching capabilities.
INTERACTIVE SIMULATION BOHEMIA
Founded in 2001, Bohemia Interactive Simulation (BISim) is a global software company at the forefront of simulation training solutions for military and civilian organizations. BISim uses the latest game-based technology and a large, experienced team of in-house engineers to develop cost-effective, high-precision training and simulation software components and products. for military applications. Learn more at bisimulation.com.
